Kerala, India | January 2026 — Malayalam independent music is making a powerful global statement as “Varsha Megham”, the latest music video by Ajmal Chaliyam, popularly known as Janapriya Gaayakan Ajmal Chaliyam, has crossed 15 million views on YouTube within just 25 days of its release.
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Global Recognition and International Trending
A defining highlight of Varsha Megham’s success is its exceptional performance outside India.
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The song reached the No.1 position on YouTube’s trending charts in countries including Colombia and Nepal, demonstrating its ability to resonate across cultures, languages, and geographies.
Industry observers view this achievement as a strong indicator of the increasing global demand for emotionally driven, non-English music from India, particularly within the independent music ecosystem.
Expanding Global Audience
Beyond India, Varsha Megham has recorded strong engagement from audiences across:
• Southeast Asia
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• The Middle East
• Latin America
• Parts of Europe
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International listeners have described the song as “pure emotion,” “a universal monsoon mood,” and “music that connects without the need for translation,” highlighting its cross-cultural appeal and emotional accessibility.
Strong Financial Performance
Produced on an estimated budget of ₹30 lakh (approximately USD 36,000), Varsha Megham has generated over ₹1.62 crore (approximately USD 195,000) in global revenue to date.
In addition to YouTube monetization, the song has delivered substantial earnings from more than 145 audio streaming platforms worldwide, positioning it as one of the most commercially successful Malayalam independent music projects in recent years.
A Landmark Year for Ajmal Chaliyam
The year 2025 marked a significant milestone in Ajmal Chaliyam’s career. Of the five songs released by the artist during the year, four crossed the million-view mark, including:
• Varsha Megham – 15 million views
• Nira Mizhikal Chapter 2 – 10 million views
• Nee Nilav Pole – 5.3 million views
Collectively, his releases recorded some of the highest overall viewership figures among album songs released in Kerala in 2025, further strengthening his position in the independent music landscape.
Creative Team
• Music Director & Singer: Ajmal Chaliyam
• Programming: Sai Balan
• Lyrics: K C Abhilash
• Director of Photography: Jazz Thadikkaran
• Director & Editor: Shahir Shan
• Digital Intermediate: Jithin Kumbukattu
Design: Adhin Ollur
Makeup: Navas Tirur
About the Song
Featuring rain-inspired visuals and a cinematic narrative, Varsha Megham blends emotional storytelling with refined production values. The song’s visual language, paired with Ajmal Chaliyam’s soulful performance, has played a key role in driving sustained engagement across global digital platforms.
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